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In part of the Sequoia National Forest, lies a hidden gem of State Forest land worth visiting. |
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Balch
County Park  A small pond for fishing near Balch Park |
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Meadows, mountain peaks, streams, waterfalls, huge granite rocks & cliffs are all over. Plus some secluded groves of Giant Sequoia trees.
Area activities include:
- Back Road Exploration
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Tule River (North Fork)
- Camping
- Balch County Park
Backpacking
Shake Camp - access to Golden Trout Wilderness.
A Forest Service Map is highly advised for this area. There are many dirt roads & trails in order to get to some of these spots. This lush pine forest is convenient & close to Bakersfield & Fresno. Camping is allowed any place on mineral soil 100 feet from trail or water. (no camping on meadows) Ground fires are very allowed with fire permit. Check with the correct ranger district for all back country camping rules.
Ranger Stations:
| Forest Hdqrts. Porterville 559/784-1500 |
Tule River Dist. Springville 559/539-2607 |
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Mosquitos can be annoying in these parts. Bring lots of chemical warfare! |
Backroads
This area is filled with old logging roads that lead to lush Sequoia forest & meadows. Be aware of the Forest Service Signage & have a good map on hand. It is easy to get lost & you may end up driving for hours.
Campgrounds
click on campground name for photos & more descriptions
| campground | elev. |
spots |
veg | toilet | water | fee | comments | |
| Moses Gulch |
6000' |
6 | pines | pit | river | no | on Tule River |
trailers not recommended |
| Hidden Falls |
6000' |
5 | pines | pit | river | no | on Tule River |
trailers not recommended |
| Shake Camp |
6500' |
11 |
pines | pit | river | no | Backpack into Golden Trout Wilderness |
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| Hedrick Pond |
6200' |
14 |
sequoia | vault | piped | no |
fishing pond |
fishing pond |
| Frazier Mill |
6000' |
46 |
pines |
pit |
piped |
no |
Sequoia Grove |
trailers not recommended |
| Balch
Park - 559/733-6612 |
6500' |
70 |
pines |
flush |
piped |
yes |
fishing pond |
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Decent signage leads you to back roads campgrounds and trail heads. Plenty of spots for horses back in these parts. Roads open: May - October  Overview MAP |
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Primitive Camping
No primitive camping within Mountain Home State Forest or Balch Park. Due to fire dangers around these majestic Sequoia trees. You must camp within the designated campgrounds.
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National Forest
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